Author: Don Chaddock, Inside CDCR editor
One year ago, a CDCR firefighting staff strike team was assembled to assist with the Palisades fire near Los Angeles...
The new year rang in a new name for the California Prison Industry Authority or CALPIA. The organization officially changed...
California Correctional Institution (CCI) at Tehachapi said farewell to Warden Brian Cates during a special gathering held Dec. 19, 2025....
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Mule Creek State Prison (MCSP) marked a significant milestone by hosting its first promotional ceremony. The Dec. 30 ceremony honored...
North Kern State Prison (NKSP) is mourning the passing of Correctional Officer Anthony Marquez. Services will be held Jan. 19-20...
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Adani Stephens, a retired correctional officer, passed away Dec. 25, 2025. Services will be held Jan. 20. He started his...
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Gregory Meeks, a retired correctional officer, passed away Dec. 30, 2025. He retired in May 2024 after 27 years with...
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Three Ventura Training Center (VTC) cadets who graduated from the program in December reflect on their time battling the deadly...
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The High Desert State Prison (HDSP) firehouse crew was recently dispatched on a mutual aid call to assist a 2-year-old...
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The California Prison Industry Authority (CALPIA) said goodbye to General Manager Bill Davidson on Dec. 30, 2025. Davidson retired after...
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